Economists Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • California
Economists in California earn a median salary of $110,412 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -4.4% vs the national median of $115,440. An estimated 1,240 economists are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $92,270 to $134,410 depending on location.
$110,412
Avg median salary in California
$134,410
Highest paying metro
$92,270
Lowest paying metro
1,240
Employed in California
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Economists salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $134,410 | $98,550 | $180,020 | 440 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $118,190 | $74,060 | $169,060 | 300 |
| Riverside, CA | $104,970 | $87,620 | $134,380 | 70 |
| San Diego, CA | $102,220 | $83,370 | $137,740 | 50 |
| Sacramento, CA | $92,270 | $85,810 | $100,510 | 380 |